Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Baby Bump

We're happy to be past the half-way point and feel the baby move so often. I am surprised, however, that sleeping at night is already uncomfortable, because I'm not that large yet! The snoogle pillow that Perry got me helps quite a bit, but takes up most of the bed and then its impossible to roll over without a huge production. Oh well- it's all getting me ready for sleepness nights in 4 months!

As for other stuff- we're moving along into February, but have had a sick household for about 13 days now. Perry has been sick off and on and now has a horrible sinus infection and has been off work for 3 days. I guess Simon and I are lucky to have only the normal winter sniffles. Yuck!

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Christmas Pictures- Only a Month Late!!!

Our Tudor Style gingerbread house. The last time we attempted such a feat was 10 years ago when we were engaged. Why has it taken so long to make another one? I'd like it to become a yearly tradition. Next year, let's do a contest! Anyone want to join?


Simon called it a "cookie house" and thought the chimney tasted the best.

Singing Christmas carols with cousins. It was so sweet it brought tears to my eyes.

Eating supper at the big kids' table. Simon was so proud of this milestone and ate extra mashed potatoes & ham to prove what a big kid he is!


Boys, Boys, Boys!!!

I know, I know... I've already told you all that we're having a boy- but I wanted to include it in our blog as well. I'm super excited to know the gender and be able to plan for him. Yet, last night when Perry and Simon were being "crazy boys" and playing rough and tumble, the realization hit me, "I'm going to be so outnumbered- YIKES!" Ha ha! This will be fun... Also, it's fun to be looking pregnant now, rather than just chubby. I'll have to include pictures next time I've got the chance.

As for "nesting" and gathering everything together for this wee one, it should be pretty easy since we already have Simon's outgrown clothes. I also reworked the bassinet that my friend, Jessica gave me, so it's boy appropriate and found baby boy bedding on sale at Target (b/c Simon's was gender neutral).

Also- a VERY sweet moment to share with you- b/c boys are so sweet. Last night, well past Simon's bedtime, we were watching TV and could hear Simon singing himself back to sleep. Apparently he had gotten up to drink his water and then was taking care of the situation himself... We could hear him singing- to the tune of 'Twinkle, Twinkle'.. "Maggie, Maggie, Mommy, Mommy, Daddy, Daddy, hum, hum, hum" and variations of this. Then the part that really cracked me up was "Broken Eyes... Snowman", because he was reliving the snowman we made that melted and had "broken eyes" when they fell off. Too funny!

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Playing Catch-Up Since Summer!!!

Where has the time gone? It's the age old question all moms w/ little ones ask- "how can the days go so slowly and the weeks/months/years fly by?" Blogspot has not been my friend b/c it's a constant reminder of something else I need to get caught up w/ since our move in August. However, I'm trying to see the triumphs rather than the shortfalls around the house and the office is finally unpacked enough to do some blogging again. So here goes! Here are some pictures from early fall. Enjoy!

Fun w/ finger painting. The mess we make is worth it- we have such a great time!

Swimming at our favorite indoor pool. There was a 30 foot slide w/ lots of curly turns. Simon squealed w/ delight and hung on to mom or dad. This is a pic of the swan slide.

Train ride at the zoo. It was still warm and sunny so we went often.

A nearby park & a large pile of leaves. Simon loved "crashing" into the piles of leaves.

Just my size!!!

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Simon vs. the Trumpet

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Family Photo



Why is it so hard to get a family photo taken? I've been trying since Christmas to get a decent shot of all of us! Perhaps it's because all participants (Simon) won't look at a camera in the distance just because we tell him to or because we're seldom "dressed up" in what I'd deem photo worthy clothes. Anyway, mission accomplished. Much thanks to my mom who captured Simon's attention long enough to get a picture. Way to go, Grandma!

Saturday, May 31, 2008

We finally got a sandbox!



Sandbox on Craigslist.....................$15
Sand toys.....................Free w/ sandbox
150 lbs of sand..........................$9.23
Precious hrs. spent playing in sandbox.....Priceless

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Simon at the Zoo

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Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Spooning with Simon

Friday, May 2, 2008

Look-A-Like

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